jeffs396 Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Has anyone reworked one of these into a street rod? I just picked up a slightly damaged one CHEAP from eBay, and am planning on converting it into something like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 There is a local guy here that has one done as a rat rod. I do like your picture better and good luck with your picture. I do like the Chrysler Atlantic style wheels on the front.Not a direct copy of the wheels but close enough . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 That definitely will be unique. That's a good looking custom. Will be looking forward to your build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 If you could pull that off it will be beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 3, 2012 Author Share Posted November 3, 2012 Here's how it looked when I got it...some paint damage, and a broken RF axle end: Someone must have used a spray electronics cleaner of some sort, leaving the plastic underhood items and the paint damaged...the perfect candidate for a restomod! And for just $21.25 shipped A quick removal of some bumpers and stock wheels, and a mock-up showing the potential of this diecast Next up...disassemble & strip the paint! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traditional Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 Hey Jeff, That is really cool. As you know, I'm a big fan of using damaged diecasts.....they provide different subject matter and usually make unique and detailed models. That one's going to be particularly interesting.......looking forward to seeing the finished model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 3, 2012 Author Share Posted November 3, 2012 I hear you Cliff! Oddball cars that can't be had in styrene but are available in metal...they are all MODELS right? Plus they make great masters for resin casting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 Plus they make great masters for resin casting Is that a bit of foreshadowing, Jeff? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 3, 2012 Author Share Posted November 3, 2012 Is that a bit of foreshadowing, Jeff? Maybe, if there is a demand for it Don't know how many would want a resin body of an Airflow, doesn't seem like it's a popular subject... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbwelda Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 thats way kool. a very similar car was parked on the street in los angeles near a friend of mines house. i often looked at it and wondered how it would look all lowered down and widened out a little. i didnt even know what it was, really, and still not positive, but that sure looks very similar at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 It that thing gonna have a Hemi in it ? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 5, 2012 Author Share Posted November 5, 2012 It that thing gonna have a Hemi in it ? LOL Hmmm...the inspiration 1:1 has a Viper V10: But a HEMI would be cool too... Or even maybe a vintage, hopped-up HOT straight 8, as these originally were equipped with 'em: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Airflow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I think the biggest styling improvement that could be done is with the headlights. I'm looking forward to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul alflen Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 A STEAL OF A DEAL JEFF!!!! I'LL BE WATCHING IT TOO. A PRO STREET WOULD BE NEAT TOO!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnbuzzed Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 May I suggest a V-10 Hemi? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Or even maybe a vintage, hopped-up HOT straight 8, as these originally were equipped with 'em: How 'bout a phantom Hemi-headed straight eight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 I'd be up for a resin-body Airflow (cough, cough). I've never seen this Franklin model. I'll definitely be keeping an eye open for one now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Maybe, if there is a demand for it Don't know how many would want a resin body of an Airflow, doesn't seem like it's a popular subject... Yeah, I'd be down for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 6, 2012 Author Share Posted November 6, 2012 May I suggest a V-10 Hemi? How 'bout a phantom Hemi-headed straight eight? Gents, I like BOTH of these ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 6, 2012 Author Share Posted November 6, 2012 I'd be up for a resin-body Airflow (cough, cough). I've never seen this Franklin model. I'll definitely be keeping an eye open for one now. Yeah, I'd be down for one. Here's my dilemma with casting this though...I'm more than willing to hand this off to someone for reproduction, but look at the parts breakdown: As you can see, the roof requires an insert, it has opening doors & trunk, its got LOTS of grooves in the body for trim and side vents, etc. And supposedly these were unibody, yet Franklin mint tooled up a separate ladder type frame Sooo, how would builders want it? -Stock (as-is) -Semi-custom (as in roof insert and side vents filled, doors molded shut) -Full-on custom (this is where personal preference would come into play, as I'd like to alter some from stock, like, as Rob said, the headlights for one thing) Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFRC Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Nice car! How about a period racer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDO Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Full-on custom, body only. Filled roof/doors shut, Jimmy Flintstone style. It would cost less for someone to buy another kit for chassis and interior than to buy a complete resin kit...or just use parts from If anyone wants a stocker, they can get the metal original off eBay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 I agree Lee... I plan on filling all of the trim grooves, roof insert, and gluing the doors closed. The trunk lid? Not sure yet. BTW, by looking at the time you posted this, I guess you didn't go the the race today? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDO Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 That sure would be a cool resin body. BTW I just noticed that I did a terrible job of editing my earlier post on the phone. That unfinished sentence should read "...or just use parts from the stash." I did not go to the race. The old friend with the extra ticket sent a text on Friday night asking if I still wanted to go, then I never heard back from him. He's back to "a guy I know" status. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Full-on custom, body only. Filled roof/doors shut, Jimmy Flintstone style. It would cost less for someone to buy another kit for chassis and interior than to buy a complete resin kit...or just use parts from If anyone wants a stocker, they can get the metal original off eBay. Jimmy Flintstone already casts such an animal- it's a full on custom Airflow with a sealed hood and the windows cast shut called the Rareflow. It was also sold as a Testors/Model Master kit. It has a really goofy looking roof, but if you replaced it with a more conventional looking roof it would work great for a custom Airflow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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